The Snowball is a classic British cocktail that gained popularity in the 1970s, especially around Christmas time.
It combines advocaat (a Dutch egg liqueur) with lemonade and a splash of lime juice, resulting in a smooth, sweet, and lightly fizzy drink often served at holiday gatherings.
Ingredients
50 ml Advocaat
100 ml Lemonade
10 ml lime juice
Instructions
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
Pour in the advocaat and lime juice.
Top with lemonade and stir gently.
Garnish with a maraschino cherry.
Recommended glassware
Highball Glass (recommended)
A tall everyday glass for mixed drinks with ice and a longer pour.
240–350 mlTall cylindrical shape with room for ice and mixer.
Best for: Moscow Mule, Dark and Stormy, Scotch Highball, Rum and Coke, Mojito variations.
Garnish: Good for wedges, spears, herbs, and long-drink garnishes.
Quick facts
5 mins Easy Ice
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